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EU Asks US to Cut Tariffs on Flamethrowers and Grenade Launchers.

  • Published In: Bloomberg.com, 2025. P. N.PAG 1 of 3

  • Database: Business Source Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Valero, Jorge 3 of 3

Abstract

The article focuses on the European Union's request for the United States to lower tariffs on its exports of weapons and other goods below the agreed 15% tariff ceiling. The EU is specifically seeking reduced tariffs on various artillery weapons and has also included requests for lower tariffs on steel, aluminum, and other products such as wine and medical supplies. This request was discussed during a meeting between US Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick, US Trade Representative Jamieson Greer, and EU trade ministers, although no significant breakthroughs were anticipated. The EU's trade chief indicated that the meeting was primarily a review of the existing trade agreement established with the US in July. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:Bloomberg.com. 2025/11, pN.PAG
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Military History and Science
  • Publication Date:2025
  • Accession Number:189527265
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